Shoulder Anatomy
Shoulder anatomy is both unique and complex. The shoulder is a unique and complex joint. The shoulder needs a high degree of flexibility, but it also needs to remain...
Hip Anatomy
Hip anatomy overview The hip is a ball-and-socket joint. The joint is surrounded by a capsule or lining that provides support. Finally, muscles and tendons move the hip through...
Hand Safety Using a Snowblower
Snow and Ice are inevitable when winter rolls around in the Midwest. Hear from Summit Orthopedics’ hand specialists, Edward Su, MD and Robert Anderson, MD, as they share tips...
The Safety of Orthobiologics
Are orthobiologic therapies safe? Orthobiologics, a regenerative therapy that uses the body’s own stem cells to promote healing, is newer than many other orthopedic treatments. However, we believe this...
Orthobiologics Overview
At Summit Orthopedics, our team of experts and orthopedic specialists provides innovative therapies for patients in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area searching for an alternative to conventional orthopedic treatments. Regenerative...
What is a stem cell?
Stem cells are human cells with unique abilities. Alone among cell types, they can develop into different, specialized cells. In the case of injured or damaged tissue they have...
Orthobiologics Video Library
At Summit Orthopedics, our experts stay up to date on the latest research to help keep your bones and joints healthy so you can live life at your summit....
Normal Running Pain vs. Injury Pain
If you’re a regular runner you know that some discomfort is expected. But how do you know if your running pain is just general soreness that goes away with...
Running and Hydration: How Much Water to Drink
To live life at your summit, you need to stay hydrated. Too little or too much fluid intake before, during or after your workout can negatively affect performance and...
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